2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Titan | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 39 L |
